Historical Marker

Ida B. Wells

Historical marker location:
6300 5th St NW, Manor Park, District of Columbia
( Marker is at the intersection of 5th Street Northwest and Sheridan Street Northwest, on the left when traveling north on 5th Street Northwest.)
Marker installed: 2022

The District was the site of a major flood in 1889: On June 4, 1889, a massive flood swept through the city, causing extensive damage and killing more than 20 people. The flood was caused by heavy rainfall and a failure of the city's sewer system.
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